{"product_id":"rear-axle-bearing-seal-kit-for-97-02-jeep-wrangler-tj-dana-44-drum-brakes","title":"Rear Axle Bearing \u0026 Seal Kit for 97-02 Jeep Wrangler TJ Dana 44 Drum Brakes","description":"\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;color:#222;line-height:1.55;max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #d8d8d8;border-radius:6px;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#b91c1c;color:#fff;padding:18px 22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0;font-size:22px;color:#fff;\"\u003e\n        Rear Axle Bearing \u0026amp; Seal Kit Pair\n      \u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:6px 0 0;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n        1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ | Dana 44 Rear Axle with Drum Brakes\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:22px;\"\u003e\n\n      \u003ch3 style=\"color:#b91c1c;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\n        Product Overview\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Restore both sides of your Jeep's rear axle with\n        this \u003cstrong\u003ePORC Rear Axle Bearing \u0026amp; Seal\n        Kit Pair\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed for\n        \u003cstrong\u003e1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        models equipped with a\n        \u003cstrong\u003eDana 44 rear axle and factory rear\n        drum brakes\u003c\/strong\u003e, this kit provides\n        replacement bearing, sealing, and retaining\n        components for both rear axle shafts.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Rear axle bearings support axle shaft rotation,\n        while axle seals help retain differential\n        lubricant and protect against contamination.\n        Worn bearings and damaged seals can contribute\n        to axle noise, lubricant leaks, and other\n        service concerns.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        This complete both-side package allows you\n        to service the left and right rear axle shafts\n        without purchasing two separate single-side\n        kits.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#f6f7f8;border:1px solid #e2e4e7;border-radius:6px;padding:16px;margin:18px 0;\"\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3 style=\"color:#b91c1c;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\n          Vehicle Compatibility\n        \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear Axle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dana 44\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrake Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory rear drum brakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Left and right rear axle shafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n        \u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;\"\u003e\n          Confirm your vehicle's rear axle and brake\n          configuration before ordering. This kit\n          is intended for Dana 44 rear axles equipped\n          with factory drum brakes.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003ch3 style=\"color:#b91c1c;\"\u003e\n        Product Highlights\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eComplete Both-Side Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          Includes bearing and seal service components\n          for both rear axle shafts.\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003e1997-2002 TJ Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          Designed for Wrangler TJ Dana 44 rear axle\n          applications with factory drum brakes.\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eCoordinated Replacement Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          Includes axle bearings, seals, retainer collars,\n          retainer plates, and press rings.\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eRear Axle Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          Suitable for bearing replacement, axle seal\n          repairs, and comprehensive rear axle service.\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eOE and Aftermarket References:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          Cross-reference numbers are provided for\n          identifying compatible service components.\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#f6f7f8;border:1px solid #e2e4e7;border-radius:6px;padding:16px;margin:18px 0;\"\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3 style=\"color:#b91c1c;margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\n          What's Included\n        \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 x Rear Axle Bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n          One bearing for each rear axle shaft.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 x Outer Axle Shaft Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n          Help retain axle lubricant and protect\n          the sealing surfaces.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 x Axle Bearing Retainer Collars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n          Components used to secure the axle\n          bearings on the axle shafts.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 x Axle Bearing Retainer Plates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n          Components used in the axle bearing\n          mounting and retention assembly.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 x Press Rings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n          Components associated with the rear\n          axle bearing service assembly.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eService Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          Both left and right rear axle shafts.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003ch3 style=\"color:#b91c1c;\"\u003e\n        Understanding the Components\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eRear Axle Bearings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        Support the axle shafts during rotation.\n        Worn bearings may produce abnormal noises,\n        rough operation, or excessive movement.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eOuter Axle Shaft Seals:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        Help maintain the lubricant barrier\n        and limit contamination at the axle\n        shaft sealing locations.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eRetainer Collars:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        Form part of the axle bearing retention\n        arrangement and must be installed\n        according to the applicable service procedure.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eRetainer Plates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        Help secure the bearing and axle shaft\n        assembly within the axle housing.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003ePress Rings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        Listed components used as part of\n        the rear axle bearing service assembly.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003ch3 style=\"color:#b91c1c;\"\u003e\n        Why Service Both Sides?\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        When performing a complete rear axle\n        service, replacing worn bearing and\n        sealing components on both sides\n        can help address existing wear\n        and reduce the need to source\n        individual parts separately.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        This package provides matching service\n        components for the left and right rear\n        axle shafts in one convenient kit.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff8e8;border:1px solid #ead9ad;border-radius:6px;padding:16px;margin:18px 0;\"\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3 style=\"color:#b91c1c;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\n          Before You Order\n        \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003e\n            This kit is intended for 1997-2002\n            Jeep Wrangler TJ models equipped\n            with a Dana 44 rear axle and\n            factory rear drum brakes.\n          \u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eConfirm your Jeep's model year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eVerify that your rear axle is a Dana 44.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eConfirm factory rear drum brakes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCheck existing part numbers where possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eModified or swapped axles may require different components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003ch3 style=\"color:#b91c1c;\"\u003e\n        OE \/ Interchange Numbers\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      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\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n          TIMSET10 (994262K)\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;\"\u003e\n        Reference numbers identify individual\n        components associated with this axle\n        service application and do not\n        necessarily represent the complete\n        both-side kit.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003ch3 style=\"color:#b91c1c;\"\u003e\n        Installation \u0026amp; Service Notes\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Rear axle bearing and seal replacement\n        requires removal and servicing of the\n        applicable axle shaft assemblies.\n        Specialized bearing removal and\n        installation equipment may be required.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Inspect the axle shaft bearing surfaces,\n        sealing areas, and retaining components\n        during disassembly. Follow the appropriate\n        Dana 44 axle service procedures for\n        bearing installation, retention, and\n        final reassembly.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Additional service tools, lubricants,\n        and unrelated axle components are\n        not specified as included.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#f6f7f8;border-left:4px solid #b91c1c;padding:14px 16px;margin:18px 0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003ePORC Off Road Products\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n          Keep the Jeep. Keep the adventure.\n          Keep the right parts under it.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;\"\u003e\n        Please verify model year, Dana 44 rear\n        axle configuration, factory drum brakes,\n        and replacement part references\n        before purchasing.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"PORC Off Road Products","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67801832980547,"sku":null,"price":134.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4278\/0227\/files\/TJREARKIT_1fcbb67b-b05a-49d9-9a9a-0b5e4fee3471.png?v=1793127491","url":"https:\/\/extoffroad.com\/products\/rear-axle-bearing-seal-kit-for-97-02-jeep-wrangler-tj-dana-44-drum-brakes","provider":"EXT Offroad","version":"1.0","type":"link"}